Stellar ADHD Coaching

10/10/2025

✨ ADHD in women: so often missed ✨

This clip with Dr Amir on Lorraine really highlights something important: ADHD in women is frequently overlooked. Many women only get diagnosed later in life — often after the added impact of hormonal changes like menopause.

Too many have spent years thinking they were just “coping badly” when in fact they were living with undiagnosed ADHD.

💡 Awareness like this matters. It helps challenge stereotypes, opens up conversations, and makes it easier for women to finally get the understanding and support they deserve.

👉 Watch the clip here: [link]
👉 Let’s keep raising awareness together.

08/10/2025

And here is a critical point people often miss: many women with undiagnosed ADHD have spent years being misdiagnosed with depression or anxiety, and prescribed antidepressants. Depression and anxiety are often a result of living with ADHD. The constant overwhelm, never feeling good enough, struggling with organisation and emotions, and being misunderstood all take their toll.

Research supports this. Women are much more likely to be given a mental health diagnosis such as anxiety or depression before ADHD is even considered. A consensus statement in BMC Psychiatry explains that women’s ADHD is often hidden by these internalising conditions, which leads to years of delay before diagnosis.

Hormones also play an important role. Puberty, the menstrual cycle, and perimenopause can all make ADHD symptoms worse. A 2024 review in the Journal of Attention Disorders found strong links between changes in oestrogen and the severity of ADHD symptoms. This means that many women experience sharper mood swings, poorer focus, and greater emotional dysregulation at certain times in their cycle.

So when people say ‘everyone has ADHD these days’, it ignores the reality. Women have not suddenly developed it. They have always had it, but our healthcare system overlooked them, mislabelled them, and often treated the wrong thing. Now thousands of women are finally getting the diagnosis they should have had years ago.

Read more here:

Females with ADHD: An expert consensus statement taking a lifespan approach (BMC Psychiatry) — open-access article:
https://bmcpsychiatry.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12888-020-02707-9 
Also available via the NIH PMC version: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7422602/ 
• ADHD and S*x Hormones in Females: A Systematic Review (Journal of Attention Disorders / Sage) — discusses the relationships between hormonal fluctuations and ADHD symptoms:
https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/10870547251332319 
• Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and the menstrual cycle (ScienceDirect article) — looks at how changes in oestrogen levels predict fluctuations in ADHD symptoms:
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0018506X23001642 
• Relationship between s*x hormones, reproductive stages and ADHD (systematic review) — summarises evidence across puberty, menstrual cycle, reproductive stages:
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00737-021-01181-w

08/10/2025

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07/10/2025

Saw this today and honestly… same 🤦🏼‍♀️

Pretty sure I’m a laptop with ADHD…
💻 Slow processor when I need to focus
💻 Too many tabs open = overwhelm
💻 Random shutdowns = burnout
💻 Constant error messages = executive dysfunction

Sound familiar?

The good news: just like laptops, our ADHD brains run better with the right support. Coaching can help you:
✨ Close the tabs that don’t matter
✨ Create systems so you don’t ‘crash’
✨ Recharge before the battery hits 2%
✨ Troubleshoot executive function glitches

What’s the one ‘error message’ your ADHD brain throws at you the most?

Examples of ADHD “error messages” could be:
• ❌ “File not found” → forgetting what you were about to do
• ❌ “System overload” → too many tasks, can’t start any
• ❌ “Battery low” → burnout from pushing too long without breaks
• ❌ “Update required” → needing a new routine or strategy but stuck in the old one.

03/10/2025

✨ Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) & ADHD ✨

Something that often comes with ADHD but isn’t spoken about enough is Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria.
It’s not an official diagnosis, but many people with ADHD experience it as an intense emotional reaction to criticism, rejection, or even the thought of failing.

RSD can feel like:
• Being crushed by a throwaway comment
• Avoiding situations in case rejection happens
• Sudden waves of shame, anger, or sadness
• Struggling with self-esteem and relationships because you’re always worried you’re “not good enough”

It’s not about being “too sensitive” – it’s how our nervous system reacts. Knowing this can make a huge difference and help us treat ourselves with a bit more kindness. 💛

❓ Question for you: If you have ADHD, how does RSD show up for you, and what helps you through it?

01/10/2025

👉 This month, I’ll be sharing facts, truths, and myths about ADHD that you need to know.

🧠Can you think of any other positives of ADHD? Comment and let me know x

01/10/2025

🌟October is ADHD Awareness Month🌟

🎃October is recognised as ADHD Awareness Month, a time dedicated to increasing understanding, breaking down stigma, and supporting those living with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. ADHD affects people of all ages and backgrounds, influencing focus, organisation, and daily life in unique ways. This month is an opportunity to:

💚Share accurate information about ADHD
💚Celebrate the strengths and creativity of individuals with ADHD
💚Encourage compassion, acceptance, and support
💚Highlight resources and strategies that can make a difference
💚Raising awareness helps create a more inclusive and supportive community for everyone.

✨ Let’s use this month to learn, share, and stand together in support of ADHD awareness.

29/09/2025

✨ Ever looked at a big task and felt completely stuck?

That is task paralysis, which is common with ADHD.
Breaking work into small, manageable chunks helps reduce overwhelm and makes it easier to get started. Why? Because our executive functions (the brain’s planning and organising system) work better when the next step feels clear and achievable.

Chunking might mean:
🔹 Setting a timer for 20 minutes
🔹 Writing just the headings first
🔹 Using sticky notes for one step at a time
🔹 Asking for accountability after each step

💬 What helps you most when you are overwhelmed: timers, lists, accountability or something else? Share in the comments ❤️

28/09/2025

✨ Many people ask: What is the difference between ADHD Coaching and Therapy?
🧠 Therapy helps you heal, process emotions, and understand the why behind struggles.
🚀 Coaching helps you find strategies, build structure, and focus on the how to move forward.
They are not the same, and they can work beautifully together.
👉 Coaching is not about replacing therapy, but about giving you tools to thrive in daily life with ADHD.

💬 What do you think?

Did you know the difference between coaching and therapy before reading this? 💚

26/09/2025

✨ At the O2 in London tonight to see OneRepublic! 🎶

Getting here with ADHD takes planning, but it’s so worth it. 💛

✅ Travel checklist ready
✅ Bag packed last night (okay… this morning 🙃)
✅ Snacks + headphones = survival kit
✅ Reminding myself: the overwhelm passes, the fun is worth it

London can be intense, but moments like this remind me why I push through the planning, the crowds, and the “what ifs.”

🌟 To anyone else navigating ADHD + big days out:
• Make your checklist 📝
• Build in extra time ⏰
• Do the things you love anyway 💃

It does get easier with practice, and joy is always worth the effort.

21/09/2025

🌟 Doing the scary thing 🌟

This is me stepping out of my comfort zone, with my brain wrapped in a blanket for courage.

Starting this page feels a little scary but also really exciting. I am training as an ADHD Coach and this is where I will share:
✨ Tips and tools for ADHD brains
✨ Honest moments, both the wins and the wobbles
✨ A space to connect with anyone who wants to learn, grow and laugh along the way

No judgement. No pretence. Just real life, real brains, and the start of a new adventure. 💡

If you are curious about ADHD coaching or simply want to follow along, please like the page and say hello in the comments. I would love to hear from you.